PSP VS DS Graphics Comparison

From the article:

''Yesterday evening I was attacked by some forum member and this is what he had to say: "Dude, everybody knows that the DS is more than capable of running PSP games". This just proves my point that drugs are bad for you. DS and PSP gamers are well aware of the technical differences between the two handhelds. The thing is how big is the graphical difference really? I'm fully aware that visuals alone do not make a game great but eye candy is always nice to have. Imagine you've purchased this new RPG that offers 4 million hours gameplay but the graphics is butt ugly. You'll be seeing this visual representation throughout the whole game so in my opinion graphics does indeed have major impact on games.''

[VigorousApathy]

Next can you tackle the druggies that think the iPhone has better graphics than the PSP?

[GutZ31]

I have an iphone and a PSP, there is no way, spec wise that the iphone can produce smooth gameplay on par or over what the PSP can.
On the other hand, pixel wise, the iphone does have an advantage, mainly with resolution.

But over all, the PSP still has the advantage.

[Fishy Fingers]

On paper the iphone >potentially< can produce better graphic's than the PSP. But paper and reality are a different matter, only time will tell.

Perhaps the PSP 3000 (rumour) will change that.

[gaffyh]

DS is Ok I am still surprised with how good some games are, but the PSP is a lot better in terms of graphics. Legend of Zelda is probably the best game out for DS at the moment

[kspraydad]

but 'dude', who gives a sh1t about this guys opinion? ... how the hell is this NEWS?

[jackdoe]

Lol. Cannot believe some asshole believes that the DS is capable of handling PSP games. I love both of them and own both of them, but I know that the DS is on the technological level of an N64(the Mario 64 port for the DS proves this) while the PSP is on the technological level of a PS2(GoW CoO proves this). Anyway, DS and PSP owners know what they are buying and what their handhelds can do, fanboys not included.

[MADGameR]

DS basically has N64 graphics while PSP handles PS2 graphics.

[REbirth]

lol

[zen_fart]

i disagree

[eagle21]

I love PSP. I had a DS first, but it disappeared somewhere...lol :)

[heyheyhey]

“Dude, everybody knows that the DS is more than capable of running PSP games”. This just proves my point that drugs are bad for you."

lol

uneducated casual gamers FTW!!!

[Ballistic Jay]

haha, ya i'm a gamer and i luv my ds. That's cause i bought it for the games, not the graphics... which aren't as good as the psp (which i've been thinking about buying)

[Alcaponedyou]

icewake or themart?

[SKUD]

LOL. [email protected] is at it again!!!!!

[Fishy Fingers]

while I wont pretend that I know people, theMart actually leave's constructive comments in the PSP section. You'd be surprised how useful people can be without their bias. Unfortunately they cant maintain the attitude throughout their contributions.

If everyone was willing to put their preference to one side, n4g could provide an excellent community, welcoming of all gamers who enjoy the same past time, I still believe it has a chance.

got a bit deep there.... :)

[Alcaponedyou]

after seeing themart, icewake, firstknight, there is no chance.

[Fishy Fingers]

There is an "ignore" option, personally I enjoy everyone's opinion, I just don't let certain one's get the better of me, and nor should you.

[Harry190]

The Mart really likes the psp.that's true.

[stennexxx]

You should not have wasted character bits writing this response. We all know that the PSP graphics is better, but they do not have a greater variety of interesting games like the DS especially with the extra touch screen function. That dude was just probably kidding around. PSP will get great looking games and hi-tech extra features like skype, navigation, digital tv tuner and camera function. But the DS just has more interesting games. Its just a gamers preference.

[Spinner]

"This just proves my point that drugs are bad for you."

lol, great line.

[Fighter]

overall PSP is much better when it comes to graphics and pushing the limits of a game that's handheld. The DS is more accessible gameplay-wise, anyone can pick up most DS games and play without feeling left out while the PSP does require some knowledge on gaming and technology.

PSP is my overall choice but I still like the DS for what it offers.

[Sir Ken Kutaragi 4]

PSP = Next-Gen Masterpiece that does it all ;-P

DS = 1980's(Game&Watch)Toy ;-D

[Pain]

but why need to?..more like want too....

[Rick Astley]

PSP > DS

Not just with graphics, but with games. My DS is collecting dust at the moment.

If you want PSP graphics that are on par with some PS2 games, see Crisis Core and Chains of Olympus. Graphically, DS can't compete with the PSP. DS has PS1 graphics.

- Rick rolling since 1966

[ChickeyCantor]

funny.....not just with GFX you say? yet the only thing you used for your arguments was GFX.

=/

[tweaker]

God of War-like game on the DS? Not gonna happen.

[sonyfanonly]

OMG look at the cinemas in crisis core and there is your answer but i know you people havnt because of the ignorance you go through saying the ds has better graphics in any terms is like saying the 360 has better graphics and more powerful than the ps3 it just isnt

[Marceles]

Uh...to be fair, the cinemas are videos and the DS has the same ones in their Square-Enix games like FF12:Revenant Wings, but the in-game graphics comparisons are another story...PSP slaughters the DS.

[jackdoe]

Not true. Most of the cinemas are in-game and only a few are fmv. You can tell by the appearance of artifacts. Artifacts appear only in the FMV using the game engine. When it is rendered in-game, there are no artifacts.

[Dnarbeis]

In my eyes N64 still beats PS3, Xbox360...

Graphic doesn't really matters in my eyes.

But though I think PSP is more fun :P

[Naphthos]

Aside from having N64 graphics, the DS'screens are of poorer (garbage) resolution. Everything about the DS is cheap!

[Obama]

I have a ds not psp, but I am going to get a psp soon.

[MikeGdaGod]

PSP swats and sh!ts all over the DS

[LinuxGuru]

Any half-witted dumbass in the world knows that the PSP is the most graphically capable gaming handheld on the market.

If the iPhone was marketed as a gaming handheld, however, I'd change my previous statement.

[fezthabest]

man i barely use my DS, the only thing i use it for is multiplayer for super mario bros love the mini games and two player. But i hate its wireless euugh goes from 4 bar to 0 randomly and a lot of times too. While PSP i use for almost everything, internet radio, music, games, Demos, internet, videos literally everything.

But overall i love both systems even though i use PSP a lot more

[DJ]

I still like my DS. It's more for just quick sessions with Mario. I use my PSP a LOT more though, mainly 'cause God of War is just so badass right now. But yeah, PSP slaughters DS in terms of power. The DS is an N64, and the PSP is a PS2. Simple as that.

[tethered]

"The DS is an N64, and the PSP is a PS2. Simple as that."

Perfect description.

[Iceman100x]

How many years has it been since these systems were released? Why someone is comparing something like this is beyond me, but the only thing psp's really has over the ds is a hight polygon count resulting in better 3d models somewhat. Lol aside from that the psp has no games, and that's where the Nintendo has always excelled at.

"I use my PSP a LOT more though"

Why the hell do people keep saying this same thing? oh i use it for emulation for what to play nintendo games lol do you people know how stupid you sound? So if it had no emulation then what would be the excuse? I don't know if the people who say this know that emulation was born on the pc, and has been for years.....ps2 emu anyone.

[trancefreak]

i buy everything sony

[bluegoblin]

shall we??
come on now we all now that the PSP smacks the hell out of the DS in terms of graphics. ( except for those little drug addicts that said the DS could run PSP games)

[InMyOpinion]

Sales will tell you Fun > Graphics.

[shysun]

PSP has great sales, your right. ;)

[LJWooly]

To be fair, the vast majority of those interested in "playing" with the DS are computer-illiterate Old Age Pensioners or 4-year-olds.

[TurdStationPee]

Horrible graphics, but much better games. In the end, DS wins. Intuitive games and controls. PSPee is just for console ports. Who the hell wants that on a handheld? I want console games on my massive HDTV.

OWNED.

[shysun]

So mario kart, kirby, mario 64 ectect arn't ports? Don't be a blind fanboy. The PSP is so close to the PS2 that they Port games from the PSP to the PS2. Give respect when it's due and the PSP demands respect! I love how the PSP just out sold the Wii,DS, PS2, PS3 and 360 combined in Japan! ;)

[TurdStationPee]

DS has a FEW console ports, but most of the games are new and designed just for DS--the great games. ALL PSPee games are console ports. That's the difference.

FAIL.

[Percy]

but even though the psp graphics dont compare to console you can get it on your tv now easily and it still looks pretty good.

[shysun]

Syphon filter, Daxter(best selling PSP game) MGPO, GOW, GTA ectectect are not ports. As a matter of fact DS has just as many n64 ports as the PSP. If you want to make such a blatant lie you just change your user name to DSFANGIRL!

[xbox3shitty]

“Dude, everybody knows that the DS is more than capable of running PSP games”

another fine example of wiitards just like post above me

[InMyOpinion]

Who cares about graphics on handheld consoles? IMO 2D graphics work better on screens that size. Solid 2D graphics are timeless whereas 3D graphics age quickly.

I still play on my GBA SP cause it has a games library that's unrivaled by both the PSP and DS combined. GBA SP is THE console especially for platform/RPG fans like myself =)

I'm gonna get slaughtered for this comment lol!

[LarVanian]

I'd rather play....
God of War: Chains of Olympus
GTA: LCS
GTA: VCS
Killzone: Liberation
Metal Gear Solid: Portable OPS
Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror
Syphon Filter: Logans Shadow
Pursuit Force
Tekken: Dark Resurrection
MediEvil: Resurrection
RIIIIIIDGE RAACER
Crisis Core
Daxter
Ratchet and Clank: Size Matters
Patapon
Wipeout PULSE
Silent Hill Origins
Secret Agent Clank

than....
Nintendogs
Brain Academy
Random Mario games
....anyday

[ChickeyCantor]

it shows your lack of knowledge.....ever tried ...lets say...Castlevania for the DS?....no? o.....yeah because you got stuck with nintendogs.

There is more you know, come out of your own world.

[LarVanian]

Wow Castlevania. Is that it?
One game is not gonna make me think that the DS is better than PSP.
BTW I've never played Nintendogs and I don't own DS, cause its got a laughable line-up of games.
Please do not be so ignorant next time you post. And don't act as if you know everything about me either.

[Mc Fadge]

Isn't it obvious that the PSP graphics are greater than the DS'? I own a DS, and have played PSPs, it's really, really obvious :/

[xbox3shitty]

now why did you post above me lol

[Si-Pie]

Well I have both the PSP and DS and got quite a few games for both. I dont see how anyone can deny that graphically the PSP is better however I use my DS more as I just find alot of the games more fun! I find alot of the games more interesting and fun than I do alot of the PSP games! Not to say the PSP doesnt have any good games because it does BUT my preference is for the DS games. Remember the Lynx and how it failed against the original gameboy? the Lynx was way better in terms of graphics but with games like tetris on the gameboy it just made it more fun and addictive. Of course the PSP hasnt failed and is doing good but the DS for me is more fun!

[Iceman100x]

"If you want PSP graphics that are on par with some PS2 games, see Crisis Core and Chains of Olympus. Graphically, DS can't compete with the PSP. DS has PS1 graphics."

Another one of the same stupid comments from users that don't know what they are talking about, and i know the ps2 isn't all that great but it's nowhere as sloppy as the psp is. The psp is a ps.1 1.5 with the same outdated media, and will never be able to handle anything like god of war on the ps2 with almost ps3 visual capability.

[Microshaft]

DS hands down, far far more fun than the port machine

[bloodred_dragon]

I always thought it was pretty obvious that the PSP graphics were better than the DS graphics...but it's not like the DS graphics are terrible. I mean, just look at the intro to FINAL FANTASY IV!

[Mc Fadge]

That's video not gameplay

[reigan42]

Yeah, that's right, Final Fantasy 4 has great graphics but that is not the limit of the ds, that's only the tip of the iceberg. I have yet to see a game that truly tries to push the ds in 3d graphics -_- Also don't compare launch ds games to psp ones since the 3d graphics on ds has gotten WAY better since then. Another thing is I hope you psp fans like playing a system with tons of ps2 ports lol and very few original games XD Have fun with that hehe

[FKN Unbelievable]

Whoever did this Blog obviously had nothing to do today. If you're even assuming that DS has Better graphically capabilities than the PSP the you need you @ss whupped then Taken out back of the N4G offices and Shot with a Plasma Cannon. Blog are reliable news source especialy when it says it came from a Forum.

I said it before and i'll say it again Blogs will be the end of Internet.

[ChickeyCantor]

so one fool attacks him with ignorance and he starts this article =).......boy the future is bright.......

[yes that was sarcasm]

PSP does have better gfx, but every person i know only uses it for Snes/nes/GB/Genesis/megadrive what not emulation......actually makes me laugh.

Although PSP is not a bad gaming handheld, i do like my Ds more, because the games are far more interesting...imo.

Loco roco was fun and patapon is interesting.but for my taste thats pretty much it.

[reckoner]

The PSP has soo many more cool features and it has GOW! Although the DS is fun too. I guess.

[tojfs7931]

Both systems offer good games so just play whatever system that has the games you like. Personally I prefer games with a a more mature theme so I chose the PSP.

[No FanS Land]

I bet some idiot will come out and say: The ps2 has better graphics than the Wii!

[Azures]

DS has some great games, but so does the PSP. In terms of graphics their is no contest, the PSP is a portable PS2.

[Fux4Bux]

There's no contest here. DS is about N64 era tech (with PS1 jaggies) and PSP is just under PS2 capability. You'd have to be such a blind fanboy to even suggest they come close.

[KLEPTOMANIAC]

ummm everybody seems to be obsessed with talking about the PSP being able to kick the DS in graphics and whatever. but to me the PSP is just a sony 2 handheld. i love my ds as its innovative and gets very creative with how u play the game. it tries new ways of doing things instead of using just a d-pad or an analogue stick, it mixes things up with the stylus and other cool features such as talking into the mic and so on.

i agree that the PSP is a much more powerful little machine but, as with the wii, nitendo's ability to reinvent the way games are played keeps them on top. at least for the time being.